Girishchandrapur - Khunta, Mayurbhanj
Girishchandrapur is a village situated in the Khunta tehsil of Mayurbhanj district, Odisha. It is located approximately 15 km from the tehsil headquarters in Khunta and around 34 km from the district headquarters in Baripada. Badpathara serves as the Gram Panchayat for Girishchandrapur village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Girishchandrapur is 390791. The village covers a total geographical area of 197 hectares and falls under the 757019 pincode. Baripada is the nearest town, located about 19 km away.
Girishchandrapur village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Baripada Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Mayurbhanj Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Girishchandrapur
According to the 2011 Census, Girishchandrapur village had a total population of 442 people, including 216 males and 226 females, living in 102 households. The sex ratio was 1,046 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 56.43%, with male literacy at 70.49% and female literacy at 43.43%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 33, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 292.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 442 | 216 | 226 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 61 | 33 | 28 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 33 | 15 | 18 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 292 | 142 | 150 |
| Literate Population | 215 | 129 | 86 |
| Illiterate Population | 227 | 87 | 140 |
Nearby Villages of Girishchandrapur
Girishchandrapur is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Girishchandrapur
Girishchandrapur is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Baripada to Girishchandrapur is about 19 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Baripada to Girishchandrapur is about 34 km, with the usual travel time around 1-1.25 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Girishchandrapur
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Girishchandrapur village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Girishchandrapur
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Girishchandrapur village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Girishchandrapur
Where is Girishchandrapur located?
Girishchandrapur village is located in Khunta Tehsil, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Girishchandrapur?
The Gram Panchayat of Girishchandrapur is Badpathara.
What is the pincode of Girishchandrapur?
The pincode of Girishchandrapur is 757019.
What is the population of Girishchandrapur?
Girishchandrapur had a total population of 442, including 216 males and 226 females.
How many households are there in Girishchandrapur?
Girishchandrapur had 102 households.
What is the literacy rate in Girishchandrapur?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Girishchandrapur was 56.43%. Male literacy was 70.49% and female literacy was 43.43%.